What is the cheapest way to get from Ostend to Arras?

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Arras is to drive which costs €20 - €30 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ostend to Arras?

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Arras is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Arras. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Arras via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Ostend to Arras?

The distance between Ostend and Arras is 163 km. The road distance is 136.9 km.

How do I travel from Ostend to Arras without a car?

The best way to get from Ostend to Arras without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €24 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Ostend to Arras?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Ostend to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Arras train from?

Ostend to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.

Train or bus from Ostend to Arras?

The best way to get from Ostend to Arras is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €55 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Ostend to Arras train arrive?

Ostend to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Arras is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Ostend to Arras.

Where can I stay near Arras?

There are 776+ hotels available in Arras.

Ostend to Arras - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ostend to Arras by train (TGV), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
3h 37m
€25–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bruges to Lillebus 757 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Arrasbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 24m
€21–54
Drive 136.9 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Arrascar 136.9 km
1h 24m
€21–30

Ostend to Arras by train and foot

112Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 163.1 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Arras, France?

You can take a train from Ostende to Arras via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ostende to Arras via Bruges, Bruges, Lille, and Lille - Europe Train Station in around 4h 24m.

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